FDLE CONDUCTING IN-CUSTODY DEATH INVESTIGATION

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is conducting an in-custody death investigation.

On Saturday, August 12, 2023, at 10:15 p.m., deputies came in contact with an individual at 5001 Orient Road. During that interaction, the adult male battered several deputies prior to being detained. Shortly thereafter, the adult male began to show signs of medical distress and became unresponsive. Life-saving measures were performed, and he was rushed to Tampa General Hospital, where he was later declared deceased.

HCSO and FDLE are awaiting the results of the autopsy from the Medical Examiner's Office.

This investigation is ongoing; any updates will come from the Public Affairs Office.